EVIONICS – POWERING THE GROWTH OF E-BIKES IN PAKISTAN

Abstract

Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity as a more sustainable substitute for traditional gasoline-powered automobiles. They not only release less pollutants, but they also lessen climate change and air pollution. However, maintaining these cars calls for a sufficient charging infrastructure, which may be extremely difficult for underdeveloped nations like Pakistan. Three objectives were looked after by the study that was done to solve this problem. The initial goal was to find ideal locations for solar energy-based charging stations in Islamabad, Pakistan, using a multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) method based on geographic information systems (GIS). This strategy included considering several variables, including solar availability, land use patterns, accessibility, and preexisting infrastructure. A weighted linear overlay was used to create the final suitability map after methodologies like the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) were used to set the weights for these parameters. The best locations for charging stations were found using this map. The second goal was to create a mobile application that would allow customers to search for local charging stations and reserve a spot for charging. React Native, was used to create the application. Real-time information on charging station availability, scheduling a session for charging, paying for the charging service, and leaving comments on the charging experience are all elements of the app. The third goal was to create an Internet of Things-based battery swapping system that enables consumers to switch an empty battery for a charged one. With this method, customers may replace their used batteries with fully charged ones at various sites that have been installed with battery switching stations. The battery swapping mechanism is a useful solution to the problem of lengthy EV charging periods and lowers user range anxiety. These three goals have been combined to create a complete plan for sustainable EV charging infrastructure in Islamabad. For EV customers, dependable and environmentally friendly charging choices are provided via solar energy-based charging stations and an IoT-based battery swapping system, and a mobile app makes it simple for them to find and reserve charging stations. This remedy can serve as a template for other Pakistani cities and towns in other developing nations that want to encourage sustainable mobility.